Olivier Giroud Admits His Arsenal FC Days Might Be Over

Arsenal FC striker Olivier Giroud was refreshingly candid about his future during a preseason exhibition tour media opportunity. Typically, most of what gets said during these sort of preseason press conferences is cliche and boiler plate, but Giroud instead put it all out there.

‘I’m here in pre-season, I wanted to travel. Some people asked me if I am going to travel or not and of course, I am Arsenal player and for the moment I am here so I just want to prepare well for the season and we will see later.

‘It is true that I really enjoyed my five years with Arsenal,’ Giroud added (transcription via the Daily Mail). ‘I’m still an Arsenal player for the moment so I try to be professional. No matter what happens, I did my job on the pitch.”

With Arsenal breaking the club record to sign Alexandre Lacazette from Lyon, and Alexis Sanchez probably staying this upcoming season, playing time for Giroud could be scarce. The Frenchman who’s known for being very photogenic, but also extremely polarizing amongst the fan base would likely best be served by moving on at this point.

Expect a deal to be done soon, as Giroud seeks a place to get regular first team football.